Parents as Teachers (PAT) 

Parents as Teachers (PAT) is an evidence-based home-visiting program that supports parents and caregivers from prenatal stages through kindergarten. As part of The Improvement Association’s comprehensive family services, PAT helps families in Emporia, VA, and surrounding areas build strong foundations for their children’s success.

🌱 Key Goals of the PAT Program

• Promote early childhood development through family engagement and parent education

• Empower parents to become their child’s first and most influential teacher

• Detect developmental delays and health concerns early through screenings

• Strengthen parent-child bonds and improve long-term school readiness

📋 What the Program Offers

• Personalized Home Visits: Trained parent educators provide one-on-one support, parenting strategies, and child development coaching directly in the home.

• Developmental Screenings: Regular assessments of your child’s milestones, hearing, vision, and overall health.

• Parent Group Meetings: Group sessions offer peer support, shared parenting experiences, and expert tips on child-rearing.

• Resource Referrals: We help connect families to vital community services such as healthcare, job training, and early intervention programs.

👨‍👩‍👧 Who Can Participate?

PAT serves:

• Expecting parents

• Families with children from birth to age 5

• Especially helpful for first-time parents, low-income households, or families experiencing high-risk circumstances

👉 Contact The Improvement Association to enroll or learn more about Parents as Teachers.

Lawanda Tatum

PROJECT DIRECTOR

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